About
The USGS Office of Tribal Relations supports the USGS in building partnerships with Tribal Nations, Alaska Native Corporations, and Native Hawaiian Organizations that identify and meet their science needs, provide technical assistance to increase their internal capacities, and foster Indigenous youth engagement in science.
Tribal Relations Team Tribal Relations Team
The USGS Tribal relations team consists of three full-time personnel, the Head of OTR and two staff scientists, and USGS staff who serve collaterally as Regional Tribal Liaisons or Mission Area Tribal Relations Advisors.
Tribal Consultation Tribal Consultation
The USGS follows Department of Interior policies for consultation with federally recognized Indian and Alaska Native Tribes, Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act Corporations, and Native Hawaiian Organizations.
What We Do What We Do
Office of Tribal Relations Mission